MEGAN M MURPHY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with more than 25 years of experience.
Kind and cheerful professional with several years of experience nurturing and caring for children. Successful at directing playtime, enforcing positive behavior and applying behavior redirection to manage challenges. Proven track record of keeping children entertained with fun activities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Caregiver
Private Care
Crawfordville, Florida
08.2024 - 07.2026
- Supervised children's daily activities and ensured their safety and well-being.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote learning and development.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Maintained a clean and organized childcare environment for children to explore.
- Assisted with meal preparation and ensured proper nutrition for children.
- Provided emotional support and guidance during challenging situations for children.
- Monitored behavioral issues and implemented positive reinforcement strategies effectively.
- Assisted children during periods of distress or anxiety.
- Engaged in conversations with young children to help them develop verbal communication skills.
Operating Room Nurse
Dupont Surgery Center
Louisville, KY
11.1999 - 07.2023
- Provide perioperative nursing care for outpatient surgical patients from infancy through geriatrics.
- Prepare and maintain safe, efficient operating rooms.
- Respond rapidly to emergencies while supporting surgeons and anesthesia staff.
Operating Room Supervisor
Dupont Surgery Center
Louisville, Kentucky
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Managed surgery schedules, 4-5 operating rooms, and surgical personnel.
- Coordinated daily workflow to maximize efficiency and patient safety.
Registered Nurse, Recovery Room
Louisville Endoscopy Center
01.2003 - 05.2005
- Provided recovery care and education following endoscopic procedures.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Riverview Hospital
11.1998 - 10.1999
- Recovered surgical patients and managed airways, arterial lines, and pain control.
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Recovery
Community Hospital East
10.1997 - 11.1998
- Cared for open-heart and vascular surgery patients including ventilators, chest tubes, Swan-Ganz catheters, arterial lines, and intra-aortic balloon pumps.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IndianaSkills
- Operating Room Nursing
- PACU
- Endoscopy Recovery
- Cardiovascular Recovery
- Surgical Scheduling
- Patient Safety
- Airway Management
- Child supervision
- Parent communication
- Effective listening
- Age-appropriate activities
- Social development
- Pre-Op & Post-Op Care
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Child Caregiver
Private Care
08.2024 - 07.2026
Operating Room Supervisor
Dupont Surgery Center
01.2010 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Recovery Room
Louisville Endoscopy Center
01.2003 - 05.2005
Operating Room Nurse
Dupont Surgery Center
11.1999 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, PACU
Riverview Hospital
11.1998 - 10.1999
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Recovery
Community Hospital East
10.1997 - 11.1998
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University